Electronic cigarette (e-cigarette) use has grown exponentially and the use of waterpipes is on the rise, especially among youth and young adults. Concerns surround initiation of these products among youth and young adults, and the relationship of these products to tobacco cigarette and marijuana use. Large gaps exist in scientific knowledge about the use, health risks/effects and marketing of e-cigarettes and waterpipe. OTRU will conduct research on e-cigarettes and waterpipe to investigate these issues through a 3-year grant awarded by the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care’s Health System Research Fund.

About OTRU

The Ontario Tobacco Research Unit (OTRU) is a Canadian leader in tobacco control research, monitoring and evaluation, teaching and training, and is a respected source of science-based information on tobacco control. We also apply our skills to other areas of public health.